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Work type: On-site
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Posted: 38 days ago
Closes: Oct 26, 2026

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The Director of Mobile Software Architecture at Qualcomm will lead the end-to-end architecture and development of critical features for Snapdragon Mobile Handset products, working closely with hardware architects, software developers, and OEMs to drive technical initiatives that enhance performance and power efficiency. This role involves defining system-level architectures across multiple IPs and software layers, developing AI-driven solutions, and ensuring cross-SoC scalability. The candidate will also mentor senior architects, set technical direction, and engage in executive-level discussions while maintaining strong partnerships with HW, kernel, Android, and subsystem teams to align on requirements and design. Required skills include extensive experience in system-level software architecture for mobile platforms, deep expertise in Android OS and Linux kernel, and a proven track record of leading complex cross-IP initiatives. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of AI/ML systems, virtualization technologies, and proficiency in Python and C++.

Skills

Android Linux Python C++ AI ML NPU DSP virtualization KVM hypervisors mobile SoC architecture HW/SW co-design agile CI/CD Windows GPU profiling tools embedded systems version control systems

What you'll do

Own the end-to-end architecture of critical Mobile system features from concept through commercialization.
Define system-level architecture across multiple IPs and software layers, including CPU, NPU, DSP, memory, virtualization, security, kernel, and Android frameworks.
Develop architecture for complex AI-driven features on Snapdragon Mobile products; recommend enhancements.
Mentor senior architects to ensure consistent architecture quality and execution discipline.
Drive Feature Requirement definition, review, and acceptance across all participating organizations.
Engage directly with OEMs to understand system-level requirements and constraints.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in system-level software architecture for mobile platforms.
Deep expertise in Android OS, Linux kernel, and system software stacks.
Proven track record leading complex cross-IP, cross-organization system features.
Experience working directly with OEMs and external partners on system requirements.
Strong technical communication skills for executive-level reviews.
Background in AI/ML system software and NPU/DSP integration.
Experience in mobile SoC architecture and HW/SW co-design.

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